Role

:

Composer Performer

Country

:

United States of America

Birth

:

August 9, 1946 in Burbank, CA

 

Amanda McBroom is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. She was born on August 9, 1947, in Woodland Hills, California, to David Bruce McBroom and Beverly O'Bryant. Her father was a musician and composer, and her mother was an actress. Amanda grew up in a family of artists and was exposed to music and theater from a young age. Amanda started playing the piano at the age of three and began writing songs when she was a teenager. She attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she studied music and theater. After graduating, she started performing in local clubs and theaters and gained a reputation as a talented singer and songwriter. In 1977, Amanda wrote the song "The Rose," which became a hit after being featured in the movie of the same name. The song was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song and won a Golden Globe for Best Original Song. "The Rose" became Amanda's signature song and has been covered by numerous artists, including Bette Midler, who recorded the song for the movie. Amanda continued to write and perform music throughout the 1980s and 1990s, releasing several albums and performing in concerts and musicals. In 1994, she wrote the song "Errol Flynn," which was featured in the movie "The Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult." The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Song Written Specifically for a Motion Picture or for Television. In addition to her music career, Amanda has also acted in several movies and TV shows. She appeared in the movie "The Rose" and had a recurring role on the TV show "Star Trek: The Next Generation." She also appeared in the Broadway musical "Seesaw" and the off-Broadway musical "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris." Amanda's music is known for its emotional depth and powerful lyrics. Her songs often deal with themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Some of her most popular songs include "Dreamin'," "The Portrait," and "Ship in a Bottle." Her music has been covered by numerous artists, including LeAnn Rimes, Barry Manilow, and Judy Collins. Amanda has received numerous awards and accolades for her music and acting career. In addition to her Golden Globe and Grammy nominations, she has won several awards for her songwriting, including the Johnny Mercer Award and the MAC Lifetime Achievement Award. She was also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011. In recent years, Amanda has continued to write and perform music, releasing several albums and performing in concerts and musicals. She has also become an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and has performed at several Pride events. Amanda's music continues to inspire and touch the hearts of audiences around the world, and her legacy as a talented singer, songwriter, and actress will continue to live on for generations to come.

More....